Essay On Old Town Temecula

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Temecula is a little-known city in the southern California in Riverside County bordering Murieta County in the North, San Diego County and Pechanga Indian reservation to the South. This area was originally inhabited by Native Americans in pre -18th century period. It was later to come under Spanish control before the Spanish-American War.
The City is home to over one hundred thousand with large tracts of land and open spaces as well as the proximity to San Diego makes this area a prime location for tourists. Though tourism is the mainstay of Temecula’s economy the educational sector, finance, and health care also contribute to the local economy.
Tourism, however, is what sticks out for anyone who travels to Temecula.
The city has tailor made events and attractions cater to its tourist population like:
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A freelance motor show has also been held in modern times. The event began in 1983 and was then known as the Rancho California Balloon and Wine Festival.
Historical town (Old Town Temecula)
Old town Temecula has existed since 1882 when California Railroad came through the valley. Museums, antique shops, and other historic attractions line the streets and alleyways of the old town. Sites like the Old Town Temecula Community Theater that still stands at 42051 Main Street in the old town.
Temecula valley international film festival
The festival was launched in 1995 and continued unabated till 2011 where it took a pause due to the recession. It made a comeback a comeback in 2014.The event started out with 600 and now attracts about 20,000 people.
A polo club and eighteen hole championship golf

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